In this heartfelt reflection Eric Immel, SJ brings a gymnast’s perspective to a world turned upside-down.
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Eric was raised in Green Bay, and despite his best efforts to remain indifferent, the Packers have a stronghold on his emotional well-being. He enjoys grilling bratwurst, whales, and playing the drums. If he weren't a Jesuit, he'd likely make a last ditch effort at penning terrible pop songs. He appreciates a good beard and Stanley Tucci movies, and he studies theology at the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry.
Joined in 2013 100 posts eimmelsj@thejesuitpost.org
Mistakes Were Made
Ever wish there were an autocorrect tool for your life? Eric Immel, SJ reflects on errors of commitment, judgment, and the grace of mistakes.
The Spark That Burned Everything: A Prison Epiphany
On this feast of Epiphany Eric Immel, SJ recounts a story of hope and light in dark places.
Born in Love: On Advent and Adoption
Eric Immel, SJ always knew he was adopted in love. Advent reminds him that he was also born there.
To Touch and Be Touched
Eric Immel, SJ finds himself among some amorous strangers and notes within himself multiple desires: to love and serve. To touch and and to be touched.
As a Packer in Bear Country
Is the NFL still a place to find happiness? These days it can be hard to tell, but Eric Immel, SJ found something like happiness on the train after a recent game.
If I Were A Boy: Beyonce, Jesus, and I
What would Beyonce do? Diva-pop aficionado Eric Immel, Sj reflects on gender, violence, and empathy.
They Sing When the Lights Go Out
Eric Immel, SJ returns home from a summer in the northeast of India with a heart full of hope.
Silent in the City: A Retreat in the Midst of Chaos
Eric Immel, SJ makes his annual 8-day silent retreat in the heart of Chicago and wonders at how God finds us in chaos and in quiet.